H.R. 5187 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To amend the John F. Kennedy Center Act to authorize additional appropriations for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for fiscal year 2007.
H.R. 5187 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Apr 25, 2006, sponsored by James Oberstar with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 25, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Arts, Culture, Religion
- Public law
- Public Law 109-306
What it does
Amends the John F. Kennedy Center Act to authorize additional appropriations for FY2007 to the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for: (1) maintenance, repair, and security; and (2) capital projects.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
James Oberstar (D-MN). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 25, 2006
- Passed the HouseJul 25, 2006
- Passed the SenateSep 26, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentSep 29, 2006
- Became lawOct 6, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-306. (Oct 6, 2006)
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Committees
- Environment and Public Works Committee
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More
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